China Defends 3% Deficit Plan as Credit Outlook Turns Negative
China’s finance ministry defends its 3% deficit ratio for 2024 as Fitch Ratings downgrades the country’s credit outlook, emphasizing sustainable growth and strategic debt management.
2024
Hainan’s Bitter Gourd Harvest Kicks Off in Fengmu Town
Fengmu Town in Hainan kicks off its busy bitter gourd harvest, a pillar industry that has sustained the local economy for over three decades.
China’s Consumer Market Soars: A 5.2% Growth Story
China’s economy grew by 5.2% in 2023, driven by consumption, exports, and investment. Retail sales hit $6.63 trillion, with consumer spending playing a key role.
Severe Flooding Forces Over 100,000 Evacuations in Russia and Kazakhstan
More than 100,000 people in Russia and Kazakhstan have been evacuated due to unprecedented flooding caused by rapidly melting snow and swollen rivers, marking the worst floods in over 70 years.
Epic Showdowns: Champions League Quarterfinals Deliver Thrills
Champions League quarterfinals shine with high-scoring thrills as Manchester City ties Real Madrid 3-3 and Arsenal battles Bayern Munich.
China’s Icebreaker Xuelong Returns from 40th Antarctic Expedition
China’s polar icebreaker Xuelong wraps up its 40th Antarctic mission, returning to Qingdao and opening its doors to the public for three days.
FAA Investigates Boeing’s Safety Practices After Whistleblower Claims
The FAA is investigating Boeing following whistleblower claims that the company ignored safety concerns in its 787 and 777 jets, amid a broader safety crisis and reduced deliveries.
FAA Probes Boeing Over Whistleblower Safety Concerns on 787 and 777 Jets
A whistleblower’s allegations of ignored safety concerns in Boeing’s 787 & 777 jets have triggered an FAA investigation, heightening the planemaker’s ongoing safety crisis and impacting its stock.
March Sets New Heat Record, Continuing Decade of Global Temperature Milestones
March was the hottest on record, continuing a 10-month streak of temperature milestones and highlighting the urgent impact of climate change.
Zhang Zhizhen Makes History at Monte Carlo Masters
Zhang Zhizhen makes history as the first player from the Chinese mainland to advance to the second round of the Monte Carlo Masters, showcasing exceptional talent and resilience.